Looking for the best campgrounds near Yosemite National Park, CA? Yosemite National Park is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$36 / night
"Had a great weekend going to Yosemite national park, either way if the temperature was low"
"FYI, they are not joking about wildlife here, bear lockers are there for a reason and the animals are so comfortable and used to people they get close to camp."
$60 / night
"These are walk-in sites for tents only and are on a per person basis ( It fills up really fast ) parking is available adjacent to the campground, you will need a parking permit."
"This iconic campground, situated in the middle of Yosemite Valley, was once home to many of America's early rock climbing pioneers. "
$28 - $75 / night
"Wawona is within the gates of Yosemite National Park, and is about 25 minutes away from the valley floor - it’s not too far of a drive, but it’s on the windy mountainous Highway 41 into Yosemite."
"The river and swimming holes are close by and accessible to all, sites have ample space between each other, there are clean restrooms, and all sites have their own bear box."
$48 / night
"Very great campsite located right in the heart of Yosemite National Park. Hard to get reservations unless you plan way ahead which we do every year but we'll work it."
"There is a shuttle stop right outside the campground. You are also in easy walking distance to the path to Mirror Lake and the ever popular Mist Trail."
$36 - $60 / night
"Bathrooms were clean, access to drinking water was easy. Park shuttle is nearby and easy to get around."
"There is only a small area next to the paved parkway that is flat for our 6-person tent. But this is a Yosemite campground, we would take whatever campsite available. Restroom is clean."
"The site is right outside Yosemite National park. It is perfect for car camping as it is a large parking lot. There is a dumpster and it’s fantastic for viewing the stars."
"After accidentally driving to this location following the directions of another reviewer for the “Yosemite Boondocks” campground across 41 (which we never found) we were very happy with this location."
$24 / night
"As an overall experience, I give the Yosemite Creek, and the Yosemite National Park overall amazing experience and would highly recommend it!"
"The campground was easy to find, conveniently located within the park, spacious and very clean. I was a little nervous about bears, but there is a bear locker for every site."
$98 - $300 / night
"Best part is the location, which gives direct access to some of the most popular trails -- Happy Isles to Mist Trail, Mirror lake, etc. It has a nice family friendly vibe."
"The location is perfect for all the Valley trails. There is a shuttle right outside. There are several campgrounds here."
$36 - $75 / night
"Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located in Yosemite National Park in the Central California's Sierra Nevada Mountain. Its elevation at 8000 plus feet gives you the chance to see beautiful scenery."
"This campground is located outside of Yosemite Valley, so it has less of the “Disneyland of the Sierra” feel—more serene and fewer people and buses."
"For people with mobility issues, this site is a good walk away from the inner valley trails, fine for anyone else who is up for walking distances, because that is why you came to Yosemite!"
"Beautiful campground, unfortunately right next to the trail, but very spacious and also has bathrooms and picnic tables right there!"
ScoutWe always stay at mammoth RV park and love it! They have bathrooms and showers which are great for us RTT campers. The location is right near town and not a far drive from most of the lakes. The tent spots are pretty big and have some space between them. Make sure to use the bear box as we had a bear come into our camp the last night.
GuideOur campsite is in the upper area which is nothing more than a paved parking lot with allocated space. At the end of the site are the water & electric hook-ups, a fairly full fire ring and a very small 4 person picnic table. There is a wooded section that is featured on the website.
The pros of this place are its location on the bike path, across from the visitors center, and on the edge of town for easy access. The sinks/toilets/ are mostly well-maintained. The cons are the dirty (mud) shower stalls, standing muddy water in men’s shower room, and the office & camp store are closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays - and this is peak season!! We won’t be coming here again.
GuideThis is a traditional NSF campground in a beautiful pine forest right in Mammoth Lakes and next to the visitor center. Sites are very spacious but pads are just large enough for your rig if you’re not tent camping. Then you’re on dusty, ash dirt that sticks to everything. But hey, this is camping, right?!
Camp hosts are wonderful and things quiet down at dark. There’s a free town trolley and dedicated bike path up to the lakes. Bath houses (2 flush toilets, cold water sink) are adequate but could use more stalls for the size of the place. The chipmunks entertained our dog for hours!
LegendThis is our second time camping at New Shady Rest campground. We love the wide spaced sites set among an open Ponderosa pine forest. The bathrooms are clean with flush toilets, but no showers. Camp hosts are friendly and the location is convenient to the visitor center and town. Dump site for $10. Free potable water.
ScoutHas a pool, game room very run down, bathrooms and showers decent, sites a bit to close together for our liking but being close to the lake and Yosemite was a bonus.
Guidecame out of upper yosemite and needed a place to sleep, good spots (not directly on the road) were kind of hard to find in the dark but there were a bunch of other cars pulled over and sleeping everywhere along this road
GuideWe recently stayed for 3 nights in July at convict lake. The lake is gorgeous and offers fishing, no wake boating sports, mountain biking and hiking trails. The campground is walking distance to the lake, but does not have lake front sites. The sites are fairly cramped and can be very close together. The pads are narrow. There is no hookups. The campground runs in a linear path pointed away from the lake- so some sites are a trek from the water. Thee is a “resort” nearby with a surprisingly well stocked general store. Boats are available to rent at the lake.
TravelerThe campground is very comfortable and perfectly located. It has clean, working restrooms. It’s walking distance from a store and from lots of nearby trails.
Travelernice shaded with creek sounds no restroom
Camping near Yosemite National Park, California, offers a fantastic way to experience the great outdoors while soaking in breathtaking views. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, each with its own unique features, you can find the perfect spot for your adventure.
Camping near Yosemite National Park, California, is an adventure filled with natural beauty and outdoor fun. Just be prepared for the unique challenges that come with it!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Yosemite National Park offers a wide range of camping options, with 384 campgrounds and RV parks near Yosemite National Park and 56 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Yosemite National Park is Upper Pines Campground — Yosemite National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 66 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 56 free dispersed camping spots near Yosemite National Park.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 parks near Yosemite National Park that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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